Demographics in Benton, KY

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Benton?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

4,774

Male

2,179

45.6%

Female

2,595

54.4%

Median Age

43.7

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

89.7%

Black

2.1%

Hispanic

4.1%

Asian

2.0%

Two or More

4.0%

Other

0.8%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

14.4%

High School or Higher

43.2%

Foreign Born

2.5%

Veterans

7.2%

Married

38.1%

Avg Household Size

2.1

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Benton, KY has a population of 4,774 with a median age of 43.7. The racial makeup is 89.7% White, 4.1% Hispanic, 2.1% Black, 2.0% Asian. About 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 2.5%.